Milk formula getting scarce

Milk formula getting scarce

MALANG, East Java: Fears of violent election campaigns have driven townspeople to shops and markets to stock up on essential goods.

The unprecedented shopping spree has caused several basic commodities, including baby formula and instant noodles, to "disappear" from the market, Antara reported.

"Although prices have not increased, some basic commodities are becoming scarce, said Nina, spokesperson for Ratu shopping mall.

To make things worse, Nina said, instant noodle producers had cut production due to the economic crisis.

"We re very worried about the political situation. We have bought basic commodities that will last until the end of June," said Sumiati, a housewife.